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Real fees, weight limits, and which welcome pets like guests
What are the best pet friendly hotels in San Diego? Kimpton properties downtown and in La Jolla are San Diego's most pet-friendly hotels — no pet fees and no weight limits — followed by Hotel del Coronado, Paradise Point and most Marriott and Hilton beach properties with a per-stay fee. Book pet rooms directly, since third-party sites often miss the policy.
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San Diego is one of the country's most dog-friendly cities — three off-leash beaches, patio dining nearly everywhere, and hotels that actually mean it when they say pet-friendly. This list has the fee, weight limit, and which hotels give your dog a bed and treats vs. just tolerate them.
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Kimpton's 'PAW' program: no fee, no size limit, no species limit
The gold standard for pet-friendly. Every Kimpton nationwide accepts pets with zero fee. Palomar is downtown-central for walkable dinners with your dog on the patio.
Policy / notes: Free, any size, any species
Sep 4 – Sep 6 · 2 nights · partner link
Second Kimpton downtown, same PAW program
Rooftop pool, quieter than Palomar. Pet check-in with a name tag and welcome treats.
Policy / notes: Free, any size, any species
Sep 4 – Sep 6 · 2 nights · partner link
Coronado Dog Beach 10-min walk
Yes — the Del takes dogs. $150 fee, 40lb limit. The main draw is the leash-optional north end of Coronado Beach a 10-min walk away.
Policy / notes: $150/stay, 40lb limit
Sep 4 – Sep 6 · 2 nights · partner link
Loews Loves Pets — dog beds, bowls, and menu
One of the most pet-obsessed brands in the country. Dog room service menu, plush bed, and pet turndown. Silver Strand location is quieter than the main Del.
Policy / notes: $100/stay, 2 dogs max
Sep 4 – Sep 6 · 2 nights · partner link
Los Peñasquitos Preserve trails on-property
Not on the beach but backs directly onto 4,000 acres of dog-legal preserve trails. Elite dog perk.
Policy / notes: $150/stay, 40lb limit
Sep 4 – Sep 6 · 2 nights · partner link
44 acres of dog-walking bay-front lawn
The most dog-space of any SD resort. Your dog will lose its mind. 5-min walk to Fiesta Island (largest off-leash park in the city).
Policy / notes: $100/stay, 2 dogs, no size limit
Sep 4 – Sep 6 · 2 nights · partner link
Waterfront walking trails + Fiesta Island close
Solid mid-price option with easy dog-walking. Fiesta Island off-leash park is a 5-min drive.
Policy / notes: $100/stay, 50lb limit
Sep 4 – Sep 6 · 2 nights · partner link
'Pups at Pendry' — bed, bowl, treats included
Full pet package included. Luxury downtown option with Nobu on the rooftop.
Policy / notes: $100/stay, 40lb limit
Sep 4 – Sep 6 · 2 nights · partner link
40lb limit, boutique feel
Modern downtown boutique with a $100 fee. Great for weekend Padres trips with the dog.
Policy / notes: $100/stay, 40lb limit
Sep 4 – Sep 6 · 2 nights · partner link
Steps from Del Mar Dog Beach
Boutique property directly across from Del Mar's leash-optional Dog Beach (September–May).
Policy / notes: $75/stay, no size limit
Sep 4 – Sep 6 · 2 nights · partner link
Del Mar village + dog beach, dog concierge
Dog concierge service, welcome bag, and 3-min walk to Del Mar Dog Beach.
Policy / notes: $100/stay, 25lb limit
Sep 4 – Sep 6 · 2 nights · partner link
Marriott Tribute Portfolio boutique
Historic 1920s building, modern renovation. Downtown-central for dog patio dining.
Policy / notes: $100/stay, 40lb limit
Sep 4 – Sep 6 · 2 nights · partner link
La Quinta = 'love your pets' brand, free pets
The value pet-friendly choice. No fee, any size. Basic hotel but the price/pet policy is unmatched.
Policy / notes: Free, no size limit
Sep 4 – Sep 6 · 2 nights · partner link
Suites with kitchen — great for long stays with dogs
Marriott extended-stay format. Waterfront Park across the street for dog walking.
Policy / notes: $100 flat fee, 25lb limit
Sep 4 – Sep 6 · 2 nights · partner link
Casita gardens + dog bed & menu on request
Ultra-luxury Relais & Châteaux property. Private casita gardens, no shared hallways to walk through.
Policy / notes: $150/stay, 2 dogs, no size limit
Sep 4 – Sep 6 · 2 nights · partner link
Waterfront + easy Harbor Island walking paths
Big hotel, easy walking paths, marina view. Reliable Marriott pet policy.
Policy / notes: $100/stay, 40lb limit
Sep 4 – Sep 6 · 2 nights · partner link
San Diego has three dog beaches: Ocean Beach Dog Beach (24/7 off-leash), Coronado Dog Beach (24/7 north end), and Del Mar Dog Beach (off-leash Sep–May, leashed rest of year).
Kimpton is unbeatable for pet policy — any size, any species, zero fee. Two locations downtown (Palomar and Solamar).
The Fiesta Island off-leash park (Mission Bay) is the largest dog park in the city at 90 acres. Stay at Paradise Point or Hyatt Mission Bay for walking-distance access.
Every hotel on this list allows dogs in the room, but nearly none allow dogs in the pool area or restaurants. Confirm outdoor dining/lobby rules at check-in.
Book the ground floor when possible — easier for late-night bathroom breaks. Note this in your reservation notes.
Rideshares (Uber/Lyft): Uber Pet is available in SD ($4 upcharge). Most drivers will decline standard rides with dogs, so book Pet.
Kimpton Palomar and Solamar (free pet policy, any size), Hotel del Coronado (10 min from Coronado Dog Beach), Loews Coronado Bay Resort (Loews Loves Pets program with dog room service), Paradise Point (44 acres of walking lawn), and Fairmont Grand Del Mar (backs onto 4,000 acres of dog-legal trails) top the list.
Range from free (Kimpton, La Quinta) to $150 per stay (Hotel del Coronado, Fairmont Grand Del Mar). Most mid-range and boutique properties charge $75–$100 per stay, not per night. Ultra-luxury properties charge $150 stay flat. Always confirm 'per stay' vs 'per night' at booking.
Hotel Indigo Del Mar and L'Auberge Del Mar are steps from Del Mar Dog Beach (off-leash September–May). Hotel del Coronado and Loews Coronado Bay are 10 minutes from Coronado Dog Beach (24/7 off-leash). Nothing is directly on OB Dog Beach — closest is Kona Kai Resort on Shelter Island (dog-friendly, 8-min drive).
Yes — most cap at 25–50 lbs. Only Kimpton (Palomar, Solamar), La Quinta SeaWorld, Paradise Point, Rancho Valencia, and Hotel Indigo Del Mar have no weight limit. If your dog is over 50 lbs, verify at booking to avoid check-in surprises.
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Written and fact-checked by the Sandi Spots Editorial team — San Diego residents publishing under Sleep Coast LLC. Every place we recommend has been visited in person or verified against an official source, and no business can pay for inclusion or a higher ranking. Last updated .